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DSTDEVP Function in Excel: Syntax, Examples and Free Practice

By Rinkesh Shah, founder of Cellgrids.

DSTDEVP is an Excel Database function. Calculates standard deviation from a full population matching a set of conditions.

DSTDEVP syntax

=DSTDEVP(database, field, criteria)

Arguments

When to use DSTDEVP

DSTDEVP is used to summarize a structured table based on multiple criteria at once, similar to a filtered PivotTable.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the DSTDEVP function do in Excel?

Calculates standard deviation from a full population matching a set of conditions.

What is the syntax of DSTDEVP in Excel?

The syntax is =DSTDEVP(database, field, criteria). database: The range that makes up the table, including headers; field: Which column to evaluate, by name or position; criteria: The range containing the conditions to apply.

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